The Pocket Occupational Therapist for Families of Children With Special Needs

Cara Koscinski

An accessible overview of occupational therapy explaining all the issues an occupational therapist might address with a child with special needs, or in rehabilitation from illness or injury, including core muscle strength, feeding, fine motor skills, sensory sensitivities, transitions and life-skills, and interspersed with simple activities. more »

2012, Paperback: £12.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-932-9, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 144pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child development, child psychology, diet, disability, life skills, movement, occupational therapy, parenting, play, sensory issues, special education, transitions

From Anxiety to Meltdown

How Individuals on the Autism Spectrum Deal with Anxiety, Experience Meltdowns, Manifest Tantrums, and How You Can Intervene Effectively

Deborah Lipsky

Drawing on her own experience and using examples to explain how autistic people think, the author distinguishes between meltdowns and tantrums, showing how each begins, and most importantly, how to identify triggers and prevent outbursts from happening in the first place. Practical and simple solutions to avoiding anxiety are offered throughout. more »

2011, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-843-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 240pp

Keywords: adults, anger management, anxiety, applied behaviour analysis, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child development, child psychology, cognitive behavioural therapy, communication, counselling, emotions, life skills, mental health, obsessive compulsive disorder, occupational therapy, parenting, pervasive developmental disorder, psychology, self esteem, self harm, sensory issues, speech and language therapy, violence

Siblings

The Autism Spectrum Through Our Eyes

Jane Johnson and Anne Van Rensselaer

The needs of a child with autism often overwhelm a family, leaving neurotypical children feeling overshadowed. For the first time, the 'neurotypical' siblings get to have their say. They recount the good, the bad, and the downright annoying in a way that all young people in a similar situation will immediately recognise. more »

2010, Paperback: £10.99/ $14.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-829-2, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in, 96pp

Keywords: adolescence, Asperger syndrome, autism, autobiography, carers, challenging behaviour, child psychology, children, emotions, families, high functioning autism, memoirs, occupational therapy, parenting, teenagers, youthwork

First Steps in Intervention with Your Child with Autism

Frameworks for Communication

Phil Christie, Elizabeth Newson, Wendy Prevezer and Susie Chandler
Illustrated by Pamela Venus

This book addresses communication and language development of children with autism, from teaching non-verbal communication such as pointing, to moving towards spoken language. It champions initial intervention at an early stage of communication, but the many practical ideas and strategies can be applied to children of school age. more »

2009, Paperback: £12.99/ $22.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-011-1, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 208pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, child development, child psychology, children, communication, families, high functioning autism, nonverbal learning disabilities, occupational therapy, parenting, play, play therapy, sensory issues, social skills, speech and language therapy

Asperger Syndrome After the Diagnosis

7-volume set

Josie Santomauro
Illustrated by Illustrated by Carla Marino

This series offers a fun and accessible introduction to Asperger Syndrome (AS) for everyone affected by a child's diagnosis. Intended as a support tool in the initial period after diagnosis, each book in the series focuses on a different person: the child, his or her parents, grandparents, siblings, teachers, and friends. more »

2009, Paperback: £45.00/ $79.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-662-3, 216mm x 138mm / 8.5in x 5.5in

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, child psychology, children, education, educational psychology, occupational therapy, psychology, special education, speech and language pathology, speech and language therapy

Helping Children with Complex Needs Bounce Back

Resilient Therapy(TM) for Parents and Professionals

Kim Aumann and Angie Hart
Illustrated by Chloe Gerhardt

Resilient Therapy ™ is an innovative way of strengthening children with complex needs. This is a handbook for parents to read from cover to cover or dip in and out of. Accessible and fun, this book includes exercises and worksheets, as well as breaking down the principles of the latest research, making them easy to apply to everyday situations. more »

2009, Paperback: £15.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-948-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: ADD, ADHD, adolescence, Asperger syndrome, autism, child psychology, children, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, social work, special education

Alphabet Kids - From ADD to Zellweger Syndrome

A Guide to Developmental, Neurobiological and Psychological Disorders for Parents and Professionals

Robbie Woliver

Alphabet Kids have disorders that are often concurrent, interconnected or mistaken for one another: for example, the frequent combination of ASD, OCD, SID and ADHD. Woliver covers 70 childhood disorders, providing information on causes, cures, treatments and prognoses. Chapters include a list of signs and symptoms, and true-life stories. more »

2008, Hardback: £39.99/ $44.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-880-1, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 480pp 2010, Paperback: £16.99/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84905-822-3, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 480pp

Keywords: ADD, ADHD, anger management, Asperger syndrome, autism, bipolar disorder, cerebral palsy, challenging behaviour, child development, child psychiatry, child psychology, children, developmental coordination disorder, disability, Down's syndrome, dyslexia, dyspraxia, epilepsy, high functioning autism, hyperlexia, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, nonverbal learning disabilities, obsessive compulsive disorder, occupational therapy, parenting, pervasive developmental disorder, seizures, special education, speech and language therapy, tics, tourettes

A Book About What Autism Can Be Like

Sue Adams

Chris and Andrew are here to help people understand the experiences of a child with autism, and how others can help by understanding how they are different, and recognising their unique talents. This fully-illustrated book is targeted at boys and girls aged 5+, and also serves as an excellent starting point for family and classroom discussions. more »

2008, Paperback: £8.99/ $13.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-940-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 48pp

Keywords: autism, child psychology, children, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, sensory issues, social skills, special education, speech and language therapy

The Red Beast

Controlling Anger in Children with Asperger's Syndrome

K.I. Al-Ghani
Illustrated by Haitham Al-Ghani

This vibrant fully illustrated children's storybook is written for children aged 5+, and is an accessible, fun way to talk about anger, with useful tips about how to 'tame the red beast' and guidance for parents on how anger affects children with Asperger's Syndrome. more »

2008, Hardback: £12.99/ $21.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-943-3, 216mm x 279.4mm / 8.5in x 11in, 48pp

Keywords: anger management, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child psychiatry, child psychology, children, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, special education, speech and language therapy

Promoting Social Interaction for Individuals with Communicative Impairments

Making Contact

Edited by M. Suzanne Zeedyk

The book presents approaches to nurturing communicative abilities in people with a communication impairment. It looks at a range of approaches, including intensive interaction, co-creative communication, sensory integration and music therapy, for people with a wide range of impairments including autism and dementia. more »

2008, Paperback: £17.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-539-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp

Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, child protection, child psychology, communication, intellectual disabilities, music therapy, occupational therapy, older people

Psychological Processes in Deaf Children with Complex Needs

An Evidence-Based Practical Guide

Lindsey Edwards and Susan Crocker

This book is a concise and authoritative guide for professionals working with deaf children and their families. It draws on the latest evidence to explain the impact of hearing impairment and uses case studies to focus on the key issues for assessment and intervention. It also suggests practical strategies for treatment and development. more »

2007, Paperback: £19.99/ $34.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-414-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, child psychology, children, counselling, disability, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, special education, speech and language therapy

Dyslogic Syndrome

Why Millions of Kids are "Hyper," Attention-Disordered, Learning Disabled, Depressed, Aggressive, Defiant, or Violent - and What We Can Do About It

Bernard Rimland

This book is full of advice on the safe, effective treatments that are available to children, and offers positive strategies for helping parents and professionals to do the best for their dyslogical child. Drawing on the latest research, Rimland outlines the impact of biological factors and exposes the influences of toxins and dietary deficiencies. more »

2007, Hardback: £19.99/ $32.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-877-1, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp

Keywords: ADHD, Asperger syndrome, autism, biomedical intervention, child psychology, children, educational psychology, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, special education, speech and language therapy

Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis

An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and other Professionals

Albert J. Kearney

Albert J. Kearney explains the kinds of learning and reinforcement processes that form the basis of ABA programs. He then describes how the science of behavior analysis can be applied to real life problems. He looks at how behavior is assessed and various intervention techniques that are often employed with children who have special needs. more »

2007, Paperback: £13.99/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-860-3, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 120pp

Keywords: ADD, addiction, applied behaviour analysis, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child psychology, children, education, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, special education

Mind Reading

The Interactive Guide to Emotions - Version 1.3

Simon Baron-Cohen

Mind Reading is a unique reference work covering the entire spectrum of human emotions. Using the software you can explore over 400 emotions, seeing and hearing each one performed by six different people. There are three main sections: Emotions Library, Learning Centre and Games Zone. more »

2007, Site Licence: £229.99 + VAT = £275.99/ $374.99
2007, DVD-Rom: £74.83 + VAT = £89.80/ $136.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-559-6 2007, CD-Rom: £74.83 + VAT = £89.80/ $136.00
ISBN: 978-1-84310-560-2, DVD - double

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, child psychology, children, emotions, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, social skills, special education

Autism, Play and Social Interaction

Lone Gammeltoft and Marianne Sollok Nordenhof
Translated by Erik van Acker

This is a fully illustrated guide explaining how to help children with autism spectrum disorders engage in interactive play, which is vital for the acquisition of social skills. The authors explain how to set up play environments, games schedules and play routines, and how to use visual aids and other props to facilitate co-operative play. more »

2007, Hardback: £12.99/ $20.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-520-6, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 64pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, child psychology, children, high functioning autism, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, parenting, play, play therapy, social skills, special education

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